양羊

[ yang ]
「명사」 Noun
• sheep

A meek animal with white hair all over its body, which is usually raised for getting wool and meat.

• lamb

(figurative) A person of a very gentle nature.

• lamb

(figurative) In Christianity, the lamb is a profound symbol of Jesus Christ, particularly as the "Lamb of God" who takes away the sins of the world through his sacrifice.

Type:
Sino-Korean
Level:
Intermediate

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